Excerpt from Observations and Inquiries Relating to Various Parts of Ancient History: Containing Dissertations on the Wind Euroclydon, and on the Island Melite, Together With an Account of Egypt in Its Most Early State, and of the Shepherd Kings
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a fascinating historical debate concerning the apostle Paul's journey and shipwreck, as detailed in the Book of Acts. The author presents a meticulous analysis of the biblical account, focusing specifically on two key elements: the tempestuous wind that caused the shipwreck and the identity of the island where Paul was stranded. The author challenges prevailing interpretations of the biblical text, arguing against the popular identification of the island as Malta. Instead, the author provides compelling evidence that the island in question was actually Melite, a now-lost island in the Adriatic Sea. To support this argument, the author draws on ancient texts and maps, carefully analyzing the geographic and linguistic details of the biblical narrative and contrasting them with known historical facts about Malta and Melite. The author's discussion goes beyond the literal interpretation of the biblical text to explore broader themes of historical accuracy and cultural context. The author examines the use of language in the biblical account, particularly the term "barbarian," shedding light on the complex cultural relationships between Greeks and non-Greeks in the ancient world. The book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the methods used to interpret ancient texts and the importance of understanding historical context in shaping our understanding of the past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282447908_0
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